Fresh Indonesian Pineapples Finally Cleared for US Shelves
Published Date: 5/29/2025
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Summary
Great news for pineapple lovers and importers! The U.S. is now allowing fresh pineapples from Indonesia to be sold here, thanks to smart safety checks that keep pests away. This means more tasty pineapples in stores soon, with no extra costs or delays expected.
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2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Imports Allowed: Fresh Pineapples From Indonesia
The United States now allows the importation of fresh pineapple fruit (Ananas comosus) from Indonesia into the United States. This authorization follows a pest risk analysis and applies to fresh pineapples intended for consumption.
Phytosanitary Measures Required for Imports
Imported fresh pineapples from Indonesia must be accompanied by the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures that APHIS determined are sufficient to mitigate risks of introducing plant pests or noxious weeds. The decision is based on a pest risk analysis made available for public review and comment.
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